Technology contributes to the learning of a wide range of mathematical outcomes and enables students to explore and create patterns, examine relationships, test conjectures and solve problems. Calculators and computers can be used to:
explore and demonstrate mathematical relationships and patterns
organize and display data
extrapolate and interpolate
assist with calculation procedures as part of solving problems
decrease the time spent on computations when other mathematical learning is the focus
reinforce the learning of basic facts
develop personal procedures for mathematical operations
create geometric patterns
simulate situations
develop number sense.
Technology contributes to a learning environment in which the growing curiosity of students can lead to rich mathematical discoveries at all grade levels.
Brief Explanation
(Alberta Program of Studies)Technology contributes to the learning of a wide range of mathematical outcomes and enables students to explore and create patterns, examine relationships, test conjectures and solve problems.
Calculators and computers can be used to:
Technology contributes to a learning environment in which the growing curiosity of students can lead to rich mathematical discoveries at all grade levels.
Research
Characteristics of a Numerate Individual
Clearly Identified Key Outcomes
1) Number Sense
2) Patterns and Relations
3) Shape and Space
4) Statistics and Probability
Balanced Assessment Practices
Purposeful Instructional Strategies
Personalization of Learning